Carla Street

Here are some fun and humorous comments about the month of August:

• "August is the only month of the year named after a Roman emperor — Augustus Caesar. So basically, August is the celebrity of the calendar!

• August’s birthstone is the peridot, which is sometimes called the “evening emerald” because it looks extra sparkly when the sun goes down. Perfect for those late-summer nights when you pretend to be fancy.

• In many parts of the world, August is the hottest month. It’s like the sun’s way of saying, “I’m still got it!”

• The famous phrase “dog days of summer” refers to the hottest part of August, linked to the star Sirius, aka the “Dog Star.” So if your dog is extra lazy and panting, blame the stars!

• August is known for the “Lazy Days of Summer,” which is code for “I totally planned to do something today but ended up napping instead.”

• The zodiac signs for August are Leo (July 23–August 22) and Virgo (August 23–September 22). So you’re either a roaring lion or a meticulous perfectionist — no pressure!

• August is National Sneak Some Zucchini onto Your Neighbor’s Porch Month. Yes, it’s a thing! Because nothing says friendship like mysteriously gifting oversized vegetables.

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I’m originally from Fort Lauderdale, FL, but currently live in Forsyth County. I’ve been a State Farm Agent since 2009, but I gained my first experience working in the industry helping at my father’s agency when I was 12 years old — I guess you can say being a good neighbor runs in my family! Seeing how my dad was able to help families from the beginning to the end inspired me to follow in his footsteps.

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In my free time, I enjoy being with my family, competitive swimming, gardening, reading and traveling whenever I can. I’m also involved with the Advisory Board of Little Middle Middle School, the National Association of Hispanic Agents, the North Georgia Crappie Club, the Leadership Forsyth Alumni and the BNI.

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